PUBLIC NOTIFICATION IS HEREBY ISSUED BY THE REGIONAL DISTRICT OF BULKLEY-NECHAKO REGARDING A FLOOD WATCH ADVISORY ON THE NAUTLEY RIVER AND THE NECHAKO RIVER

A Flood Watch Advisory was issued by the River Forecast Centre for the Nautley River and the Nechako River including tributaries and lake levels around Burns Lake, Francois Lake, Fraser Lake, Vanderhoof and surrounding areas. The Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako is advising residents that there is a potential for flooding. Please check the BC River Forecast Centre website (http://bcrfc.env.gov.bc.ca/warnings/advisories/flood_019.htm ) for up to date information.

It is important to note that during increased river flow situations it is difficult to predict if and where flooding will occur. Therefore, the Regional District is requesting the public to refrain from recreating on or near the Nautley River and Nechako River including small streams and tributaries.

If you live in an area that may be subject to flooding, please consider the following.

Prepare an emergency kit for each family member with enough supplies for up to one week

Move property that can be damaged by flood waters to higher ground

Pay attention to local media for flood or emergency information

Be aware of the potential of erosion and unstable banks

Exercise caution while recreating around fast flowing rivers and tributaries

If you require sand or sandbags to protect your primary dwelling at imminent risk of flooding, please contact the Regional District of Bulkley-Nechako 250-692-3195 or 1-800-320-3339 or www.rdbn.bc.ca – Monday to Friday 8:30 am – 4:30 pm.

After hours non-medical or RCMP emergencies should be directed to 1-800-663-3456.